Jobs Kenya

Company Address: Address International Rescue Committee 122 East 42nd Street New York, New York 10168-1289 USA

  • ENT Surgeon Consultant

    ENT Surgeon Consultant

    Sector: Nutrition
    Location: Kenya 
    Employee Type: Consultant
    Employee Category: Not Applicable
    Term of Reference for ENT Surgeon ConsultantIntroduction:
    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) provides health services in Hagadera and Kambioos, at Dadaab Refugee Camp since January 2009. It operates 1 camp hospital and 5 health posts in the community with a total population of 134,787 (105,095 Hagadera, 17,048 Kambioos and 12,644 host community).
    In its programming the IRC has 5 main programs which include Health, Nutrition, Protection, HIV/AIDS and a Gender Based Violence program that are all headed by a manager who in turn report to the Field Coordinator.
    The IRC plans to have a consultant ENT surgeon to help in diagnosis and management of ENT conditions within the Dadaab camp population. This is a two time consultancy planned to take place in late September and mid November 2016. Objective of the consultancy
    To provide consultation services to booked patients with surgical conditions in Dadaab Complex.
    To provide surgical operations for all patients reviewed and prepared for operations at the hospitals main theatre in the camps
    To report on the consultation
    Expected outcome: All the booked patients with ENT surgical conditions will be attended by the specialist and treatment initiated and all cases requiring surgical interventions will be operated. Tasks to be performedIn liaison with the Health Manager, the ENT surgeon consultant will be required to:
    Conduct special clinics and reviews for patients with surgical conditions.
    Conduct surgical operations for the screened patients with assistance of the medical officers.
    Review all post-operative patients before he embarks on operation booked for that day.
    To help with emergencies related with ENT condition when called upon
    Prepare and submit a report and summaries of patients seen and operated to Health Manager.
    To help with emergencies related with ENT condition when called upon
    IRC role
    IRC in conjunction with other health implementing partners will provide the list of the patients to be reviewed.
    IRC with other health implementing partners will organize the transport and movement around the Dadaab camp complex.
    IRC will provide transport for the consultant ENT surgeon from Nairobi and back after the consultancy.
    IRC will provide accommodation to the consultant
    Consultancy Venue
    IRC Hagadera hospital
    KRCS hospital in IFO2
    IRK Hospital in IFO
    MSF hospital in Dagahaley
    Duration of consultancy
    The first consultancy is expected to last for 5 days from 26th to 30th September, 2016.
    The second consultancy will last for 5 days from 14th to 18th November 2016.
    Terms of payment and Utility:
    The IRC will facilitate transport of the consultant to and from Nairobi.
    The IRC will provide accommodation for the consultant at IRC compound.
    The consultant will pay for his/her meals at IRC Hagadera cafeteria.
    Payments will be made after submission of the training report to the Health Manager.
    Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply.
    International allowances are not available for this position.
    Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

  • Supply Chain Officer

    Supply Chain Officer

    Supply Chain Officer Job Purpose/Objective
    To provide all necessary Supply chain supports to the field project activities in Kakuma field office and proceed with maximum efficiency while adhering to IRC’s Supply chain procedures.
    Administrative Roles:
    To deputize the supply chain manager in his absence and ensure there is continuity of entire supply chain activities in support of the program
    Manage all staff employed in the supply chain Department who are directly under him & supporting operations for Kakuma
    Program by assigning of duties through Delegation, monitoring the performance and regularly evaluating staff directly supervised by him /her.
    Plan and conduct staff performance reviews for supply chain staff directly under his staff management and map out the staff performance development plan.
    Responsible for logistics and procurement activities for planning, organizing and developing the long term strategy and approach of IRC supply chain
    Ensure there is an adequate and neatly organized filling system for waybills, inventory records and other logistical records.
    Supply chain activities:
    To ensure all supply chain activities are carried out to a satisfactory standard.
    To ensure that the necessary Supply chain and organization is effected for all projects.
    Where necessary, to manage, or support, the development and proper functioning of any project office deemed necessary to support the programme.
    To assess potential projects as requested by Supply chain Manager
    To familiarize yourself with the IRC supply chain Manual and comply with the policies outlined in the IRC supply chain Manual.
    To complete required reports and submit a monthly supply chain reports to supply chain Manager.
    Procurement:
    Receive and review all Purchase Request from Program Staff and other operations departments.
    Ensure updated master purchase agreement data base for all the prequalified suppliers for both services and Goods for IRC authorized suppliers in Kakuma operation
    Ensure that procurements are done in accordance with IRC Policies and procedures, ensuring that the purchases of goods are appropriate in terms of quality and fair market price.
    Ensure that all purchases are properly authorized in accordance with IRC Finance and supply chain policies and procedures.
    Proper record keeping and updated procurement of services and goods documentations in the procurement sector.
    Ensure that IRC procedures are followed in all spheres. Carry out staff orientation where necessary.
    Ensure that up to date files for price guide / catalogues / products technical information to be used by the office for Budgetary and ordering purposes are maintained.
    Review all procurement documents before sending it for approval and ensure that a proper record for any procurement act is kept and inventory of used LPOs is maintained for future references.
    Prepare weekly procurement reports and send to all programmes
    Prepare monthly procurement commitment reports and send to all programmes.
    Ensure that all other procurement files are maintained
    Coordinate closely with the Procurement / supply chain Department in Nairobi to ensure that program supplies purchased from Nairobi are in place in Kakuma.
    Miscellaneous:
    To attend meetings when requested by the supply chain manager
    To maintain confidentiality.
    To continually strive to improve working methods, practices and working relationships within IRC.
    To promote an atmosphere of co-operation and team spirit among IRC staff.
    To carry out all duties responsibly and act in a professional manner at all times.
    Procurement reports:
    Monthly Procurement report
    Monthly PR tracking and performance card
    Commitments report to Finance
    Any other procurement reports required by LC or direct Supervisor.
    Requirements for Supply Chain Officer Job Degree in supply chain or Logistics & supplies management or any another relevant field
    Thorough method of working with ability to work under pressure to pursue multiple tasks simultaneously to successful conclusions;
    Management ability to lead, motivate and develop staff;
    Positive attitude with good sense of humour;
    Committed team player;
    Ability to live and work in a fairly isolated area and in conditions of limited comfort;
    Basic computer skills (Word, Excel);
    At least Three years’ experience working as a logistician;
    The following experience will all be advantageous: previous NGO work, work in Africa, experience in repairing/maintaining vehicles, communications (Codan HF, VHF).

  • Project Manager

    Project Manager

    Job Description

    Requisition ID: req3605Job Title: Project Manager – CORE Polio Eradication Project, TurkanaSector: HealthEmployment Category: Fixed TermEmployment Type: Full-TimeLocation: Lodwar, KenyaAs the Manager- CORE Group Polio eradication project, you will own the planning, implementation, supervision, and monitoring of IRC’s CORE polio eradication project in Turkana County. You will work closely with the county health team and the CORE group project secretariat team to ensure implementation of activities geared towards polio eradication by growing population immunity and improving surveillance for Acute Flaccid Paralysis at the county level.Key ResponsibilitiesTechnical Coordination and support:

    You will participate in the planning, execution and monitoring of routine immunization and supplemental immunization activities within the county and provide project oversight as per the project deliverables.
    Participate and provide support as guided by the project priorities in AFP surveillance, polio outbreak investigation, case and contact tracing.
    You are expected to work hand in hand with the county disease surveillance coordinator in organizing for and training health facility staff at the facility level on polio and immunization.
    Take part in Cross border meetings and implementation of cross border polio eradication activities.

    Finance And Grant Management

    Lead the CORE polio project budget management, ensuring spending is maintained within appropriate margins.
    Identify and respond to project needs, implement activities, and conduct follow-up to ensure project success.
    Monitor timeliness, quality and progress of project deliverables as per the work plans and implementation plans in place.
    Ensure timely documentation and use of information to continuously improve the quality and performance of the project.

    Communication And Documentation

    Craft and maintain project related record-keeping system and provide accurate documentation of all reporting forms.
    Provide material related to project progress and update both internal and external use.
    Assist in the development of publications and communication materials wherever possible.

    Coordination, Representation And Advocacy

    Implement effective communication strategies to maintain strong correspondence among partners.
    Create and maintain relationships with key project counterparts and partners.

    Qualifications

    Degree or Diploma in nursing, clinical medicine or medicine.
    Advanced degree in Public health is an added advantage.
    At least 5 years’ experience in immunization and community health programs with at least 2 years’ experience at project management level.
    Experience working closely with Ministry of Health on disease surveillance and immunization programs/activities at county or national level.
    Competent in Windows, MS office programs, email and database (HMIS, PEPFAR database, EPI-Info) experience.
    Strong assessment, project planning, organizational, interpersonal and presentation skills (Written and Spoken).
    Ability to multitask, handle pressure and flexibility.

    Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.

  • Finance Intern

    Finance Intern

    Responsibilities
    Cash & Bank payments processing

    Maintaining both Kshs. and USD petty cash at the set limits and take responsibility of any cash differences arising.
    Ensure that there is sufficient petty cash at all time for both Ksh. and USD for smooth operation
    Ensure all Petty cash payments are properly supported and duly authorized per IRC delineation schedule before disbursement.
    Ensuring that authorizations on the payments requests are in line with the approved limits per the delineation chart
    Preparation of petty cash spreadsheets to upload stage ready for review by SFO at the end of the month.
    Ensure that a supervised petty cash counts are performed every Friday.
    Critical monitoring cash float given to the regional, TU unit and Admin.
    Devise a cash replenishment schedule to minimize weekly bank visits
    Ensure authorized receipts are correctly coded and issued upon receipt of monies.
    Maintaining the receipt book and ensuring that authorized receipts are issued upon receipt of monies.
    Stamp ‘PAID’ including cheque number on all such documents once payment has been processed
    Reconciliation of USD bank account and preparation of spreadsheets to upload stage ready for review monthly. 

     Filing

    Maintain an organized and well-documented (all files must be labeled properly and visibly) and sequential filing system for all cash disbursement vouchers
    Before filing, ensure that all documents have been stamped ‘PAID’ including cash payment reference details.
    Preparation of excel and SUN journals, ensuring these are fully supported and ready for review before upload

    Other

    To act as a bank agent.
    Maintain an organized and well-documented bank correspondences file ensuring it’s continuously updated.
    Work closely with Finance Interns/Volunteers and train them on finance policies and procedures
    Assist in preparation of grants accruals at grant close out
    Preparation of corrective journals and assisting in loading of journals as and when required
    Any other duties as may be assigned by supervisor.

    Qualifications
    A bachelor’s degree in Finance/Business Administration with minimum CPA II qualification
    Required Experience & Competencies

    Work experience in a similar position.
    Knowledge in Excel
    Knowledge of SUN accounting software applications is an added advantage

  • Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Manager(WISH)

    Monitoring, Evaluation & Learning Manager(WISH)

    Job description
    Requisition ID: req3526
    Sector: Monitoring & Evaluation
    Job Description
    The IRC WISH M&E Manager is responsible for providing M&E leadership and support across the IRC WISH programme in Somalia, Uganda, South Sudan and Ethiopia, ensuring timely and accurate submission of data and adherence to WISH2ACTION protocol, standards, and timelines. The MEL Manager will work with in country M&E coordinators to integrate WISH2ACTION M&E processes within their organization’s systems, liaising directly with Regional Measurement Coordinator and building local-level capacity to collect and use high quality, robust data to improve WISH programming in the Focus Countries. The Country ME&L Manager proactively identify, troubleshoot and escalate issues related to M&E and data. The manager will be responsible to develop the IRC Learning agenda for IRC working in collaboration with the WISH Hub.
    KEY TASKS

    Data quality and collection

    Oversee data quality and collection across WISH sites in Uganda, Ethiopia, South Sudan and Somalia including capacity assessment, support and training
    Ensure timely submission of monthly data of all IRC WISH countries including proactive supervision and follow-up with country teams to ensure ongoing data collection.
    Ongoing review of data to assess completeness, accuracy, and quality standards are met including periodic review of data records at SDP level
    Provide technical support to service delivery sites across all service delivery sectors and channels within the WISH Project Implementation areas to support sound data collection and quality assurance processes and ensure auditable data
    Reconcile data from WISH sites in Ethiopia, Uganda, South Sudan and Somalia at least monthly
    Systematically respond to data-related queries from IPPF’s WISH2ACTION team and (when required) DFID’s Third-Party Monitoring agency
    Oversee regular and ad hoc rapid data quality assessments/ audits and support implementation of action plans for IRC WISH Countries
    Work with Country M&E focal persons to ensure Quality of Care data are routinely collected across all project sites and entered into the WISH2ACTION data platformSupport Third Party Monitoring data audits and verification

    Data systems

    Ensure use of IPPF’s WISH2ACTION Data Platform, including training and support in South Sudan, Ethiopia, Uganda and Somalia
    Coordinate with IRC Technical staff and Data Systems to ensure that the WISH2ACTION Data Platform meets needs of the WISH team for collecting, reporting, visualizing and using data in the Focus countries
    Ensure standardization of data definitions and mapping of SDPs, services and data codes from existing Local systems to WISH definitions, codes and systems
    Enforce data management practices and standards across the WISH countries
    Troubleshoot and escalate Data management related issues to the Senior RH Coordinator and Relevant Technical focal points.
    Use of data for decision-making
    Participate in monthly data review meetings with IPPF’s WISH2ACTION team and support development of action plans as needed to course correct
    Coordinate monthly data review meetings with country teams including M&E staff, WISH program management, staff and service providers, developing action plans to strengthen data quality and course correct as needed
    Model and support use of data for supportive performance monitoring at Country Level, and consortium level( where IRC is the Lead partner)

    Support dissemination and uptake of evidence and learning across the programme
    Monitoring and evaluation

    Coordinate annual client exit interviews and other periodic data collection initiatives including Barrier Analysis and PEER methodology at the country level, working in conjunction with external/ WISH Hub technical experts to:
    Ensure local ethics review
    Identify and contract local researchers and enumerators
    Ensure adherence to global protocol and timelines
    Support implementation, cleaning and entering data
    Use and dissemination of findings at the country level
    Draft monitoring and evaluation sections of reports and quality assure all quantitative and qualitative information

    Capacity Building

    Conduct preliminary participatory capacity assessment of current IRC program and field staff to identify specific gaps in M&E technical skills.
    Based on findings, develop an M&E capacity building plan and support implementation of the same
    Support broader capacity building of project staff to design and utilize M&E tools, surveys, evaluations and other M&E activities.

    Key Working Relationships

    Support M&E WISH staff as relevant for country context/budget (e.g., branch and M&E coordinators, data entry clerks)
    Frequent and direct contact with IPPF’s WISH2ACTION Evidence & Learning team;
    External Donors – DFID’s Third-Party Monitoring Agency.

    Education & Qualifications

    First Degree in Statistics, Actuarial sciences, Economics or relevant degree.
    Master Degree in Project management or Data related studies will be an added advantage
    Competency in Use of Microsoft Office, Statistical packages- SPSS and STATA.
    At least 5 years work experience in Monitoring, Evaluation and Learning.

    Professional Experience

    Proven success in designing, implementing, and operating project M&E systems from project initiation to closeout stages
    Experience with data management practices and procedures for large-scale programmes, ideally within Payment by Results programmes
    Experience implementing procedures and practices to ensure data quality and verification, including data quality assessments
    Experience using DHIS2 for data collection, reporting and visualization
    Experience with using supportive approaches to building capacity at service delivery points to accurately record, document, report and use data
    Knowledge, skills and experience in participatory methods experience in use of data to inform decision-making, planning, and performance monitoring;
    Excellent interpersonal and problem-solving skills;
    Demonstrated teamwork experience, including abilities to coordinate effectively with diverse individuals, teams, and stakeholders to achieve results;
    Strong ability to work independently, organize work, meet deadlines, maintain composure, prioritize work under pressure, coordinate multiple tasks and maintain attention to detail
    Record of delivering successful and innovative solutions to challenges

    Skills

    Knowledge of major evaluation methodologies (e.g., qualitative, quantitative, and mixed method) and data collection and analysis methodologies
    Proven technical skills in data management including data collection, cleaning, analysis and use across complex, large scale programmes
    Skilled at and passionate about supporting the use of data for decision-making, strategizing and course correction
    Training and Facilitation skills.

    Other Personal Attributes
    Analytical, resourceful, organized, patient but persistent, detail- and solution-oriented, and able to work collaboratively across teams to use data to support decision-making.
    The IRC and IRC workers must adhere to the values and principles outlined in IRC Way – Standards for Professional Conduct. These are Integrity, Service, and Accountability. In accordance with these values, the IRC operates and enforces policies on Beneficiary Protection from Exploitation and Abuse, Child Safeguarding, Anti Workplace Harassment, Fiscal Integrity, and Anti-Retaliation.

  • Communications Consultant

    Communications Consultant

    Job description
    Requisition ID: req3479
    Job Description
    BACKGROUND
    The Alliance Has The Following Four Thematic Objectives
    The Global Alliance for Urban Crises (GAUC) was launched at the World Humanitarian Summit in May 2016 to operationalize the Urban Recommendations developed by an urban expert group. The Alliance is a global, multi-disciplinary and collaborative community of practice that brings together local governments, built environment professionals, academics, and humanitarian and development actors to prevent, prepare for, and respond to urban crises.
    Tailor humanitarian response to the urban context by developing shared assessment and profiling tools, promoting joint analysis, and adapting coordination mechanisms.Develop or work with existing global, regional and national rosters to facilitate the deployment of urban leaders, managers and technical experts.Build the evidence base on the specific characteristics of protracted displacement in urban areas, and contribute to the design of appropriate and cost-effective responses, with particular regard to protection of vulnerable people, shelter, basic services and infrastructure.Ensure that initiatives focused on building urban resilience incorporate components on resilient response and recovery from crises, and that they leverage greatest impact in cities most at risk of humanitarian emergencies
    The International Rescue Committee (IRC) has received funding from the European Commission on behalf of the Global Alliance for Urban Crises in support of the Action from entitled “Developing the skills to meet the needs of urban populations in crises through the alliance of urban responders.” This project aims to publish a series of knowledge products that expand on each thematic objective and provide the tools and guidance needed for stakeholders to utilize when preparing for an urban crisis response.
    The IRC, in collaboration with UN Habitat and the Global Alliance Secretariat, coordinate the development of the knowledge products which will be published in February 2019.
    SCOPE OF WORK
    Under The Direct Supervision Of The IRC Governance Program Manager And The Alliance Secretariat Coordinator, And With The Support Of The Advocacy, Outreach And Partnerships Team At UN-Habitat’s Urban Resilience Programme, The Consultant Will Undertake The Following Tasks
    The IRC is hiring a Communications Consultant on behalf of the Global Alliance for Urban Crises to develop the Alliance’s communications strategy and lead on content development for the new website.

    Lead on content development for the new Alliance website in close collaboration with a UN Habitat graphic designer and web developer;
    Develop a communications strategy to streamline the Alliance’s internal and external communication with members and partners;
    Create an appropriate format and content for newsletters and other communications to members;
    Provide input on the re-design of the Alliance’s visibility and marketing materials.

    TIMELINE
    Project Deliverables Should Be Completed By The Following Dates

    Draft visibility and marketing materials developed by January 28, 2019
    Communications strategy developed by February 1, 2019
    Draft website content developed by February 5, 2019
    Format for a newsletter produced by February 11, 2019
    Content uploaded to new website by February 22, 2019
    Website publication by February 28, 2019

    LEVEL OF EFFORT
    The total LOE for this project is approximately 35 days.
    LOCATION
    Barcelona, Spain (UN-Habitat CRPP office) preferred. Remote work would be acceptable.
    EDUCATION

    Advanced university degree (Master’s degree) or equivalent in journalism, media, political or social sciences, or similar fields.
    A first-level university degree in combination with 3 years of experience will be accepted in lieu of the advanced university degree.

    Work Experience

    A minimum of 3 years of experience in areas related to the communication strategizing, editing and reporting, preferably in the United Nations system.
    Understanding of local governments’ realities and landscape of actors working on urban resilience.
    Experience creating content for a broad range of audiences.
    Ability to work independently under minimal supervision.

    Language Skills
    Fluency in verbal and written English.

  • Senior Human Resource Officer

    Senior Human Resource Officer

    Job description
    Requisition ID: req3437
    Location: Hagadera, Kenya
    Job Description
    In liaison with the Field Coordinator and the Human Resource Coordinator, the Senior Human Resource Officer will offer support services in Human Resource Management and Administration to IRC staff members as regards personnel administration, auxiliary payroll processing, leave administration, recruitment and employee relations in the Kenya, Dadaab Program.
    Key Functions

    Talent Acquisition

    As The Assigned Recruiter For The Field Office
    Coordinate recruitment of functional, administrative and support level staff at the field office levels for standard and JIT recruitments.
    Coordinate internal mobility strategies for internally recruited staff
    Serve as the HR panelist for recruitments.

    Talent Management

    Ensure the appropriate on-boarding and transition processes for all staff based at the field offices
    Coordinate all performance management processes for all field based staff
    Provide a supportive and advisory role to all line managers for any corrective/ disciplinary action
    Manage the exit process for all field based staff
    Track approved professional development and career pathing objectives for field staff
    Support Compensation and Benefit strategies by coordination of localized salary surveys at least once every two years, and raising any challenges posed in talent retention based on compensation and benefits provided.

    Services and Administration

    Directly supervise the field based HRO to:
    Monitor all types of leave and absenteeism for each staff member on a daily, weekly and monthly basis as appropriate.Maintain up-to-date records for
    Support all localized recruitmentsRemotely manage the assigned HRO at the Head Office to:

    Coordinate national recruitments

    Ensure that all field based staff are duly registered on the payroll, with service providers for benefits; are registered with the statutory bodies
    Ensure that as they exit, all field staff are appropriately managed in the exit process for the end of their tenure with the organization
    Provide the HR Manager Recruitment/ HR Manager Compensation and Benefits with regular updates on relevant status changes for staff in the assigned field location

    Employee Relations

    Support staff and supervisors through the management of any grievances and disputes
    Train staff through monthly staff meetings

    HRIS

    Maintain all talent acquisition and management processes on Workday HRIS

    Payroll Processing

    Ensure that national staff payroll updates/changes are submitted by 15th of every month to Nairobi HR Officers at Head Office for processing.
    Prepare attendance sheet for refugee incentive payroll on a monthly basis and share with counterpart managers by 12th of every month.
    Prepare and process payroll for incentive staff and submit to Field Office Finance by 20th of every month.

    Reporting
    Provide weekly/monthly reports to the Senior HR Coordinator on the status

    Personnel files
    Recruitment
    Leave
    Training
    Performance Management
    Benefits
    Payroll
    Employee relations issues

    Qualifications

    A Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources Management, or Business Administration ; An alternate Bachelor’s degree with a PGD in Human Resources Management is also acceptable.
    Must be a member of IHRM.
    At least 5 years continuous practice in a similar position, with at least 3 in a supervisory position
    Similar experience with an INGO will be an added advantage

    Knowledge

    Demonstrated knowledge of the National Labor requirements – Employment Act, WIBA, OSHA, NITA, RBA, NHIF, NSSF, PAYE.
    A good understanding of compensation and benefits strategies
    Above average competency with MS Office Suite
    Experience in use of payroll packages

    Demonstrated Skills In

    Supervision of staff
    Team Building
    Organization
    Time Management
    Excellent Verbal and Written Communication in English
    Analytical reasoning
    Conflict resolution
    Positive Interpersonal interactions
    Negotiation
    Report Writing
    Cultural and Diversity Sensitivity

    Demonstrated Ability To

    Work independently
    Work within tight deadlines
    Work within a multicultural , multi-ethnic environment
    Manage a project
    Exercise flexibility in the role to accomplish goals
    Work in a climatically challenging environment
    Work in a conflict/post-conflict environment is an added advantage

    Note, only shortlisted candidates will be contacted. Application deadline 2nd January, 2019.
    Kenyan nationals are encouraged to apply. International allowances are not available for this position. Salary and employee benefits are compliant to the Kenyan NGO Sector.
    Disclaimer
    Please take note that International Rescue Committee (IRC) does not ask for any fees in connection with its recruitment processes. In the event that you receive any request for payment of any sort, please get in touch with us on Tel: +(254-020) 2727730, Email: IRCKenya@rescue.org or report to the nearest police.

  • ERT Health Coordinator

    ERT Health Coordinator

    Job description
    Requisition ID: req3287
    Job Description
    The IRC’s Emergency Unit
    The IRCs Emergency Unit (EU) leads or oversees IRCs global emergency preparedness and response activities. The mission of the EU is to help meet the immediate survival needs and reduce suffering in conflict or disaster affected populations during the acute phase of an emergency. The EU also works in protracted emergencies, where the risk to life may be reduced but the population is still subjected to rights abuses and a lack of basic services.
    The EU is also charged with enhancing the IRCs global and country level emergency preparedness capacity. We do this by supporting the development and training of Country Emergency Teams, assisting in the development of emergency focused partnerships with local civil society organizations, maintaining regional and global capacity to rapidly identify and deploy qualified emergency response personnel and supporting country-level contingency planning.
    The Health Unit promotes the health of IRC’s beneficiaries from relief through post-conflict. The Health Unit contributes to the effectiveness of health programs through technical support, staff development, and institutional learning. Health Programs conform to standards of humanitarian assistance and promote self-reliance, participation, sustainability, equity, and human dignity. The Health Unit is committed to advancing the practice of humanitarian assistance through documentation of lessons learned, collaborative research, and advocacy.
    SCOPE OF WORK
    The IRC ERT staff is expected to be deployed in the field, either in an emergency or roving capacity, for up to 65% of the time and must be able to deploy to the site of an emergency within 72 hours of notification.
    Members of the Emergency Response Team are deployed to either support existing country programs in their emergency response, or to initiate a new program in the crisis zone. The overall responsibility of the team is to rapidly and effectively design, develop and manage the IRC’s on-site humanitarian response to meet the immediate needs of the affected population. The ERT is also responsible for supporting the transfer of responsibilities and knowledge to the long-term staff to ensure the continuity of IRC programming and operations.
    The IRC ERT Health Coordinator is expected to provide leadership and direction in strengthening an effective, high quality and timely emergency health response as well as coordinating different components of the emergency health response including primary health, reproductive health and nutrition.
    S/he is a member of the Health Unit and the Emergency Unit (EU). The ERT Health Coordinator will report to the Director of Emergency Health on an ongoing basis and during periods of non-deployment. During emergency deployments ERT staff will work under the direction of IRC’s Emergency Field Director or designated country emergency lead.
    Responsibilities

    Emergency Response

    Provide leadership in strengthening an effective, coordinated, integrated high quality and timely emergency primary health, reproductive and emergency nutrition responses
    In coordination with EU and HR, identify health-staffing needs (both national and international) for emergency programs, and ensure rapid recruitment, induction and training of new staff.
    Be prepared to be deployed within 72 hours; emergency deployments take precedence over other duties;
    Ensure high quality and timely integrated health assessments of the humanitarian needs and provide prioritized recommendations for program interventions to the ERT Field Director/emergency lead
    Design program responses and strategy, including geographic areas of intervention, in coordination with internal and external actors
    Draft technical proposals and budgets for international donors, work in close collaboration with IRC grants and finance staff to finalize proposals and respond to any requests for additional information
    Manage Coordinators in managing grant/program implementation including staff recruitment and training, workplan development, procurement and inventory planning, and budget management;
    Prepare high quality and timely donor and management reports on grants and sector activities.
    Select and implement appropriate monitoring and evaluation systems; ensure consistent reporting and analysis of results to enhance program effectiveness and quality
    Ensure compliance with IRC policy and procedures throughout the program team and activities
    Represent and coordinate with other agencies, local government, donors and other stakeholders to promote deliver of best practice humanitarian assistance;
    Support media and communications activities as requested by the ERT Field Director/CD/in-county emergency lead.
    Assess and provide input on post emergency strategies and transition plans for IRC programming.
    Provide a comprehensive handover to successor, including ensuring transfer of all related documentation, program monitoring data and staff performance information

    Emergency Preparedness

    Working with EU and HQ program technical staffs lead the development of emergency preparedness and response strategies and tools via the Sector Toolkit for Emergency Programming (STEP) Initiative.
    Develop a capacity building strategy in emergency preparedness and response in selected IRC countries. Work together with selected IRC countries in developing emergency preparedness and response plans.
    Contribute to the continual development of appropriate and cost-effective contingency stocks, revising the stock list in accordance with lessons learned in the field and monitoring replenishment.

    Non-emergency

    Provide technical support to existing country programs remotely and through in-country visits or short-term deployments
    Contribute to the continuing development of the overall strategic approach in emergency health response.
    Actively participate in preparedness and capacity building initiatives for EPRU staff, partners and country program staff ;
    Actively contribute to the development and roll out of the EPRU roadmap and IRC Strategy.

    KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

    Position Reports to: Director, Emergency Health
    Position directly supervises: n/a
    Works closely with: Other ERT staff, country health and support teams.Indirect Reporting: Emergency Team Leader (while deployed)

    Requirements

    University degree, and technical accreditation or equivalent
    3-5 years experience developing and managing technical projects including 3 years in emergency/conflict areas
    Demonstrated ability in resource mobilization for health emergencies.
    Demonstrated ability to work effectively with international institutions and agencies, local governments and community leaders and develop multi-stakeholder support for humanitarian priorities and advocacy initiatives
    Superior internal and external communication and coordination capabilities and excellent team management skills
    Demonstrated ability to communicate technical standards and best practice approaches to ensure rapid, consistent, high quality emergency response strategies and programs
    Experience managing donor funded programs and grants; including resource mobilization, staff management, budget oversight, monitoring and evaluation systems, and technical input to proposal-budget development and donor reports.
    Fluency in English required, with priority placed on French, Spanish and Arabic as well.

  • IT Intern

    IT Intern

    Requisition ID: req3337
    Summary of Responsibility
    The IT Intern will be primarily responsible with providing support for our internal users on the use of their desktops and laptops.  Through our ticketing system and the telephone He/she will provide users with solutions to questions and issues with their computer hardware and software.
    Key Responsibilities:

    Level I Help Desk Support – Including but not limited to password resets, account creations, account terminations, desktop and laptop builds and printer support
    Level II Help Desk Support – Including but not limited to Sophos anti-virus assistance, Windows 7 /10 Professional support, Microsoft Office 2007/2010/2013 support, Active Directory Maintenance, Email support, general laptop, desktop and printer repair, and light network troubleshooting.
    Enterprise Ticket Management – Work inside our (Helpdesk system) enterprise ticketing system, Service-Now, to provide timely and transparent staff support of all requests within agreed Service level agreements 
    Vendor Management – Work directly with IT vendors(Service providers) to obtain support, repair and warranty information
    Hardware Inventory – IT intern to  work with our Supply Chain department in imaging, distributing and tracking all hardware; also tracking and installing all purchased software for country program
    Preventative Maintenance – IT intern will also be responsible for checking on critical systems to ensure there are no interruptions in business continuity and take part in the monthly maintenance “blackout windows”
    Various Projects – Position will need to assist IT officer on various IT projects such as Active directory management, BVA usage, Box training and office 365 implementation.

    Qualifications

    College degree or equivalent certification
    Proficient in Microsoft family of products (Windows, Office and Server) 

    Gender Equality: IRC is committed to narrowing the gender gap in leadership positions. We offer benefits that provide an enabling environment for women to participate in our workforce including parental leave, gender-sensitive security protocols and other supportive benefits and allowances.
    This position is open to fresh graduates (Kenyan Nationals Only). 
    IRC is an equal opportunity employer.

  • Deputy Regional Director-Great Lakes Region

    Deputy Regional Director-Great Lakes Region

    Job description
    Requisition ID: req3276
    Sector: Program Administration
    Job Description
    The Deputy Regional Director (DRD), Great Lakes will have significant management and international experience, a passion for humanitarian relief and development work, relevant language skills, and be capable of thoroughly understanding and successfully overseeing program design and delivery in Burundi, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo. The DRD will ensure the quality of IRC’s programs, develop new program opportunities, and drive performance and results in the region. S/he is expected to be an outstanding communicator and team leader, and a committed humanitarian.
    SCOPE OF WORK
    The Deputy Regional Director will support the Regional Director in overseeing IRC’s engagement and programming in response to the humanitarian crises impacting the Great Lakes region. In addition, the DRD will engage with regional INGO, UN, and donor representatives, to position IRC on regional initiatives and to further IRC’s strategic goals. The DRD will also be actively engaged in business development opportunities, especially around multi-year, high value projects. The DRD will be based in Nairobi and report to the Regional Director. This is an accompanied post.
    POSITION OVERVIEW
    The Deputy Regional Director will oversee program design and implementation in IRC’s country programs in the Great Lakes region. S/he will be an ambassador for organizational priorities and goals to these country programs and supporting country programs to implement IRC’s Strategy 2020.
    Exercising the delegated authority of the Regional Director, the DRD provides a range of strategic, programmatic and operational management support to country programs and regional colleagues. A key function of the role is to navigate the organization on behalf of the country programs. The DRD will travel regularly to country offices to provide management support, including exceptional management of specific issues as required, and to monitor program quality. A significant portion of the DRD’s time will be spent on business development activities, regional representational activities, Strategic Plan monitoring, and staff mentoring.
    KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

    Strategy

    Work closely with the Regional Director to ensure that the IRC’s global strategy is understood and guides decision-making throughout the region.
    Drive institutionalization of the Outcomes and Evidence Framework, IRC’s program design tools.
    Support delivery of country-level strategy action plans (SAPs). Facilitate and coordinate regional participation in global strategy discussions, initiatives and pilots.
    Oversee implementation of SAP monitoring mechanism and review process, including leading annual SAP reviews and reporting.
    Build consensus around a common vision of what shared success in the Great Lakes looks like, including developing and tracking appropriate indicators.

    Leadership & Coordination

    Supervise and mentor direct-report staff, including communicating clear expectations, setting performance objectives, providing regular and timely performance feedback, and leading documented semi-annual performance reviews.
    Provide leadership to increase country programs’ coordination, collaboration, communication and harmonization of programming.
    Drive seamless coordination between programming and operations and across sectors and outcomes, with the objective of improving the quality of IRC programs and impact on the people IRC serves.
    Facilitate close and efficient coordination of regional staff’s support to the country programs, and with headquarters departments on common programming, operational and funding issues.
    Coordinate with regional INGOs, Donors and UN representatives in Nairobi, ensuring that IRC’s remains a key partner in coordination mechanisms hosted in Kenya.

    Innovation & Program Quality

    Manage the region’s relationships with the Technical Units (TUs), and support TU-country program collaboration to optimize impact on program quality within and across country programs.
    Strengthen the region’s readiness to respond to new emergencies in line with global IRC emergency response and preparedness guidelines.
    Facilitate sharing and learning across countries, and support country programs to incorporate learning from other regions into project design and operations management.
    Coordinate the region’s engagement with IRC’s R&D lab.
    Engage the regional team and country programs in on-going context analysis to ensure IRC programs are continually adapted to the evolving contexts across the region.
    Ensure that programs are designed and implemented in support of IRC’s vision of cost-effective, outcomes-driven and evidence-based interventions that are responsive to the local context and the priorities of our beneficiaries.
    Where applicable support country teams to adopt and use industry-standard remote management practices and maximize program quality and controls.

    Business Development & Partnerships

    In coordination with the IRC’s Awards Management Unit, provide focused business development support to country programs, building country capacity to win multi-year and high value projects.
    Take go/no-go decisions regarding pursuit of regional funding opportunities. In coordination with Country Directors, engage in strong regional-level representation with governments, donors, international and local NGOs.
    Ensure timely submission of competitive, responsive and high-quality proposals that align with country priorities identified in Strategy Action Plans, and support country program colleagues in negotiations with donors.
    Oversee the design and implementation of IRC’s work in partnership to support and build capacities of local civil society and other key stakeholders, positioning IRC as a valued INGO partner.
    Participate in shaping policy positions and advocacy messages pertaining to the overall humanitarian situation and IRC’s response in the Great Lakes region.
    Advise country programs in networking and alliance-building activities, promoting cross-sectoral engagement with the private sector, universities, research institutions, and other potential “non-traditional” partners.
    Support the development of country business development plans which marry the priority outcomes identified in each country SAP with the priorities of existing and new donors.

    SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES: Regional Management Action Coordinator
    KEY WORKING RELATIONSHIPS

    Internal: Regional Director; Great Lakes Country Directors and staff; other Great Lakes regional staff; HQ and UK colleagues in various departments
    External: Donors; NGO representatives; UN officials; and Media

    QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE

    7-10 years in senior program management roles, with several of these being in an international NGO.
    Post-graduate qualification or equivalent relevant experience in a relevant discipline.
    A diverse background in programs, with strong understanding of DM&E, strong analytical skills, and experience leading strategic planning processes
    Demonstrated ability to influence peer agencies, local government and community leaders to work effectively towards a common and agreed upon result.
    Demonstrated ability to evaluate and implement best practices and processes affecting multiple technical specialties to achieve rapid, consistent and high quality outcomes.
    Demonstrated expertise in representation and negotiations, resulting in securing significant new opportunities for the organization
    Highly-developed interpersonal and communication skills including influencing, negotiation and coaching. Must be able to give direction from a variety of management styles and roles.
    Demonstrated ability to work independently with limited supervision
    Strong commitment to the IRC’s mission, purpose and values
    Fluency in French is highly preferred;
    Previous experience with IRC is desirable

    Other Information: This position is based in Nairobi, Kenya and will require up to 40% of time spent traveling within the region.
    IRC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. IRC considers all applicants on the basis of merit without regard to race, sex, color, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status or disability.